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Antique Lecoultre Watch

LeCoultre 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch, circa 1920s
LeCoultre 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch, circa 1920s

LeCoultre 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch, circa 1920s

Located in Long Beach, CA

house LeCoultre in the 1920's, this early wrist watch is a true classic. The case was entirely hand

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

14k Gold

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Jaeger LeCoultre Seed Pearl Enamel Portrait Pendant Watch 18 Karat
Jaeger LeCoultre Seed Pearl Enamel Portrait Pendant Watch 18 Karat

Jaeger LeCoultre Seed Pearl Enamel Portrait Pendant Watch 18 Karat

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Enamel Portrait Pocket Watch measures 25mm in 18K yellow gold. Beautiful tiny Jaeger LeCoultre

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1920s Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Pendant Jade Black Onyx Seed Pearl Necklace
Art Deco Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Pendant Jade Black Onyx Seed Pearl Necklace

Art Deco Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Pendant Jade Black Onyx Seed Pearl Necklace

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A striking Art Deco Jaeger-LeCoultre watch pendant, crafted of platinum, jade, diamonds and black

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1920s Swiss Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum

1900s Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Jaeger leCoultre Watch Pendant Necklace
1900s Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Jaeger leCoultre Watch Pendant Necklace

1900s Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Jaeger leCoultre Watch Pendant Necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

alternating seed pearls. The movement was made by Jaeger leCoultre and the watch is working yet we can't

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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Retro  Jaeger LeCoultre Gold Watch
Retro  Jaeger LeCoultre Gold Watch

Retro Jaeger LeCoultre Gold Watch

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York, NY

A French Retro 18 karat rose gold bracelet by Jaeger LeCoultre, featuring a hidden face in the

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

18k Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Enamel Gold Pocket Lapel Watch, 1890s
Jaeger-LeCoultre Enamel Gold Pocket Lapel Watch, 1890s

Jaeger-LeCoultre Enamel Gold Pocket Lapel Watch, 1890s

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare Jaeger-leCoultre pocket/lapel watch that would be definitely a conversational piece. It was

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1890s Swiss Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

JAEGER LECOULTRE Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire and Diamond Watch.
JAEGER LECOULTRE Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire and Diamond Watch.

JAEGER LECOULTRE Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire and Diamond Watch.

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco, platinum, sapphire and diamond watch, Jaeger LeCoultre. The bracelet style watch is

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

RESTORED 7.00CT DIAMOND & PLATINUM JAEGER LECOULTRE RENDEZ VOUS LADiES WATCH
RESTORED 7.00CT DIAMOND & PLATINUM JAEGER LECOULTRE RENDEZ VOUS LADiES WATCH

RESTORED 7.00CT DIAMOND & PLATINUM JAEGER LECOULTRE RENDEZ VOUS LADiES WATCH

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in GB

approximately 7.00cts of diamonds This watch in its modern form is currently retailing as the Rendez-Vous

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1920s European Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rare LeCoultre Gold Enamel & Diamond Keyless Cylinder Button Hole Watch, c1920s
Rare LeCoultre Gold Enamel & Diamond Keyless Cylinder Button Hole Watch, c1920s

Rare LeCoultre Gold Enamel & Diamond Keyless Cylinder Button Hole Watch, c1920s

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Le Coultre. A Rare Gold Enamel and Diamond Keyless Cylinder Button Hole Watch C1920s. Dial: The

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1920s Swiss Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Jaeger-LeCoultre Pendant Pocket Watch 14k Gold Antique
Jaeger-LeCoultre Pendant Pocket Watch 14k Gold Antique

Jaeger-LeCoultre Pendant Pocket Watch 14k Gold Antique

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A Jaeger-LeCoultre pendant pocket watch made in 14k gold, features enamel and a diamond. The back

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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Perpetual Calendar Jump Date Pocket Watch by Marius LeCoultre
Perpetual Calendar Jump Date Pocket Watch by Marius LeCoultre

Perpetual Calendar Jump Date Pocket Watch by Marius LeCoultre

Located in New Orleans, LA

. Marius LeCoultre, a watchmaker and retailer specializing in unusual and highly ornamented watches

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Late 19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Master Mariner Automatic Wristwatch
LeCoultre Yellow Gold Master Mariner Automatic Wristwatch

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Master Mariner Automatic Wristwatch

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: LeCoultre Model: Master Mariner Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Automatic Case

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

18k Gold

LeCourltre Heavy 18CT Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Full Hunter PocketWatch
LeCourltre Heavy 18CT Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Full Hunter PocketWatch

LeCourltre Heavy 18CT Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Full Hunter PocketWatch

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Le Coultre. A Heavy 18ct Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1900s. Dial

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Early 20th Century French Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Set Platinum Cocktail Watch
Cartier Art Deco Diamond Set Platinum Cocktail Watch

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Set Platinum Cocktail Watch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

before they joined forces with LeCoultre to become the well known and admired watch brand Jaeger

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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

LE COULTRE 1890 Baroque Miniature Pendant Watch in 18Kt Gold & Guilloche Enamel
LE COULTRE 1890 Baroque Miniature Pendant Watch in 18Kt Gold & Guilloche Enamel

LE COULTRE 1890 Baroque Miniature Pendant Watch in 18Kt Gold & Guilloche Enamel

Located in Miami, FL

Miniature pendant watch designed by LeCoultre Et Co. This is a beautiful and very fine antique

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1890s Swiss Baroque Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Le Coultre 1890 Miniature Pendant Watch Silver With 5.29 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
Le Coultre 1890 Miniature Pendant Watch Silver With 5.29 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies

Le Coultre 1890 Miniature Pendant Watch Silver With 5.29 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies

Located in Miami, FL

Miniature pendant watch designed by LeCoultre Et Co. This is a very unusual, very fine and small

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1890s Swiss Edwardian Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Le Coultre & Co. A Gold Full Hunter Minute Repeater Pocket Watch. C1890
Antique Le Coultre & Co. A Gold Full Hunter Minute Repeater Pocket Watch. C1890

Antique Le Coultre & Co. A Gold Full Hunter Minute Repeater Pocket Watch. C1890

Located in Mayfair, London, London

with the hammers striking the gongs clearly. The movement is signed LeCoultre. This watch is very rare

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19th Century Swiss Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Marius LeCoultre Genève Pocket Watch Chronograph
18kt Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Marius LeCoultre Genève Pocket Watch Chronograph

18kt Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Marius LeCoultre Genève Pocket Watch Chronograph

Located in Antwerp, BE

18kt Yellow Gold Open face Marius LeCoultre Genève Chronograph Pocket watch Dial: White Enamel

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Early 20th Century Swiss Artisan Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fine LeCoultre Betteridge Minute Repeater Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Gold
Fine LeCoultre Betteridge Minute Repeater Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Gold

Fine LeCoultre Betteridge Minute Repeater Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Gold

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Boston, MA

Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A fine quality LeCoultre minute repeating pocket watch in 18 karat

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Early 20th Century Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

LeCoultre Classic 7560 14 Karat White Gold Manual Watch
LeCoultre Classic 7560 14 Karat White Gold Manual Watch

LeCoultre Classic 7560 14 Karat White Gold Manual Watch

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Miami, FL

1920s. Fine Pre-owned LeCoultre Watch. Certified preowned Vintage LeCoultre Classic 7560 watch is made

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1920s Modern Antique Lecoultre Watch

LeCoultre Pocket Min Rep PG Hunter Case "Le Sentier"Automaton
LeCoultre Pocket Min Rep PG Hunter Case "Le Sentier"Automaton

LeCoultre Pocket Min Rep PG Hunter Case "Le Sentier"Automaton

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York City, NY

This is a LeCoultre pocket minute repeater 18kPG hunter case "Le Sentier" automaton. A very fine

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Lecoultre Watch

Jaeger-LeCoultre Classic 7560, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Jaeger-LeCoultre Classic 7560, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Jaeger-LeCoultre Classic 7560, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Located in Miami, FL

Jaeger LeCoultre Classic Reference #: 7560. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch White Gold Black 29 MM

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1920s Swiss Contemporary Antique Lecoultre Watch

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau, Ladies Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Lecoultre
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau, Ladies Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Lecoultre

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau, Ladies Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Lecoultre

By LeCoultre & Cie 1

Located in Biarritz, FR

Lady yellow gold watch Lecoultre & Co, manual "Art Nouveau" 18 karat gold engraved and enamel case

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Emerald Diamond Pendant Watch Lecoultre Movement
Antique Emerald Diamond Pendant Watch Lecoultre Movement

Antique Emerald Diamond Pendant Watch Lecoultre Movement

Located in New York, NY

mine cut emeralds, in gold closing a stem-wind, pin-set LeCoultre & Co. movement. It measures 25 mm by

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver

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By Omega

Located in Stamford, CT

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1946
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1946

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1946

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 9488 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...

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1940s Swiss Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

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18k Gold

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

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1920s Swiss Edwardian Antique Lecoultre Watch

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Diamond, Platinum

Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Wrist Watch with Box
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By Omega

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

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1960s Swiss Antique Lecoultre Watch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1954
Rolex 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1954

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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 965 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm "Lug Tip t...

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1950s Swiss Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

14k Gold

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial
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Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial

By Waltham

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Premier METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 21mm ...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

Gold-filled

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By Cartier

Located in Long Beach, CA

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By Allison Bryan

Located in London, GB

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2010s British Antique Lecoultre Watch

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Hamilton 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch 1930's
Hamilton 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch 1930's

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By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

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1930s American Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

Materials

14k Gold

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Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17

Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17

By Cartier

Located in Jersey City, NJ

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2010s Antique Lecoultre Watch

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Located in Chevy Chase, MD

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Lecoultre Watch

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Located in Lexington, KY

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1910s Edwardian Antique Lecoultre Watch

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Located in Greensboro, NC

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21st Century and Contemporary Antique Lecoultre Watch

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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Located in Antwerp, BE

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Antique Lecoultre Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact antique lecoultre watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique lecoultre watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique lecoultre watch over the years, but those made by Jaeger-LeCoultre are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique lecoultre watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 4, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes uncut alternatives. Most of our antique lecoultre watch for sale are for women, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Lecoultre Watch?

The price for an antique lecoultre watch starts at $2,046 and tops out at $58,500 with these watches, on average, selling for $6,995.

Finding the Right Watches for You

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist

When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors. 

Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.

Questions About Antique Lecoultre Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Jaeger-LeCoultre makes its own watches. It was established in 1833 by watchmaker Antoine LeCoultre in the Vallée de Joux of the Swiss mountains. Today, the company's manufacture is in Le Brassus, Switzerland. In addition to crafting movements and components for its own watches, Jaeger-LeCoultre has produced vital parts for timepieces sold by other manufacturers. In 1907, Louis Cartier signed a contract with Jaeger so that Cartier would have movements for its popular timepieces produced exclusively in Switzerland. Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, A. Lange & Söhne, IWC Schaffhausen, Breguet, Panerai, Chopard and Jaquet Droz have all relied on Jaeger-LeCoultre movements at some point during their histories. Shop a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a Jaeger-LeCoultre watch is real, look for its serial number, usually found on the movement. By cross-referencing this number with information shared on trusted online resources, you can check to see if your watch features an authentic serial number. Next, study the details of the timepiece carefully. Genuine Jaeger-LeCoultre timepieces are of exceptional quality, so any flaws in the dial, case or band may indicate that a watch is counterfeit. A certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert can be of assistance with the authentication process. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    Yes, Jaeger-LeCoultre is a high-end watch. The exquisite art of watchmaking is on display in the distinctive designs of Jaeger-LeCoultre. Some of its most celebrated timepieces include the stylish and practical Reverso watch, which features a case that you can flip to protect the watch face, and the Memovox Polaris. This alarm-equipped dive watch can be worn underwater. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    What makes a watch antique is its age. A watch must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique. Watches that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage, while newer ones are contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    At 100 years of age or more, a watch is generally considered an antique. A vintage watch is a timepiece that is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and modern watches.